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welly

adverb

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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈwɛli/

adv

  1. very.

    The real thrill comes to the investigator when, convinced that he is no mere casual diner, the waiter grins broadly and says, "You don't worry. I get you something welly nice."

name

Etymology: Clipping of Wellington + -y (diminutive suffix).

  1. Wellington, New Zealand

noun

Etymology: Clipping of Wellington boot + -y.

  1. Wellington boot.

    Dad has great big welly boots. For squishing in the mud; Two great big black welly boots: Thud, thud, thud.

  2. Force on a pedal or increase to any fuel or power for an engine or motor.
  3. Force or effort.

    Come on! Put some welly into it!